The Traffic section of the Uniformed Services
Division is responsible for all traffic
related activities that occur within the
city. Anyone with questions or requests
for assistance can contact the Traffic
Section at the following number: 785-368-9450.

Accident Reconstruction
This is a unit consisting of Officers
that are well qualified in the area of
accident investigation. Some of these
Officers are considered experts. They
respond to all Fatality accidents and
accidents of a serious nature or unusual
accidents. Using their training and expertise,
they reconstruct the accident to determine
the cause and any action that could be
taken to prevent further accidents of
this nature.

Hit & Run Investigations
This unit is assigned all hit & run
accidents that are reported in the city.
These Officers use their expertise in
solving these cases. When drivers or owners
of these vehicles are identified the appropriate
charges are filed. Anyone with questions
about an ongoing investigation can contact
the unit at 785-368-9487, 785-368-9012 or 785-368-9013.

Motorcycles
This unit consists of Officers that respond
to all type of calls in the city. This
unit is very mobile and can operate in
areas that are difficult for cars to access.

This unit also does all types of enforcement
activity. It is also an integral part
of all special events in the city. Parades,
Runs, Walks, Special events, dignitary
escorts and protection are part of their
responsibility.

Abandoned Vehicles
Abandoned Vehicles are also handled by
the Traffic Section. If a complaint is
received of a abandoned vehicle, a officer
responds and marks the vehicle in question.
The Officer then returns at least forty-eight
hours later and if the vehicle has not
been moved, it will be towed to the Police
Impound lot. To report such vehicles call 785-368-9567.